Taco-Seasoned Chex® Mix

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Ingredients

6 cups Corn Chex® cereal
2 cups bite-size cheese crackers
2 cups bite-size pretzel twists
1 cup salted peanuts
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons water
1 package (1.25 oz) Old El Paso® taco seasoning mix

Preparation Directions

1. In large microwavable bowl, mix cereals, crackers, pretzels and peanuts.
2. In small bowl, stir together oil, water and taco seasoning mix. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until evenly coated.
3. Microwave uncovered on High about 5 minutes, stirring every 1 1/2 minutes, until mixture begins to brown. Spread on waxed paper or foil to cool. Store in airtight container.

Tips

 
Like to reduce the sodium a bit? Just use reduced-sodium Old El Paso® taco seasoning mix instead of the regular and opt for unsalted peanuts.
 
For Taco-Lime Chex® Mix, substitute 1/4 cup frozen (thawed) limeade concentrate for the water.